Zurich focusses on the future
The latest issue of Zürcher Umweltpraxis und Raumentwicklung clearly shows that the commitment to climate and environmental protection is bearing fruit. The Canton of Zurich takes its responsibility for the…
The latest issue of Zürcher Umweltpraxis und Raumentwicklung clearly shows that the commitment to climate and environmental protection is bearing fruit. The Canton of Zurich takes its responsibility for the…
Andreas Binkert is rethinking urban development - for him, property development is social responsibility. In this interview, the President of the 2000-Watt Smart Cities Association explains his vision of sustainable…
How can construction be designed in such a way that materials are not consumed but reused? This question is at the centre of the Circular Time Lab at Lucerne University…
With the introduction of the fribourg.swiss brand, the Economic Development Agency of the Canton of Fribourg (WIF) is launching a modern, targeted communication platform to strengthen economic visibility on a…
Aventron AG and energieUri AG have started construction of the first alpine solar plant in Central Switzerland. The photovoltaic plant in Spiringen will produce around 12.5 gigawatt hours of solar…
Following the Zug City Council, the city's Grand Municipal Council has now also approved the Metalli development plan at first reading. It will now go out for public consultation. Zug…
With the 2025-2034 development model, the cantonal government of Aargau is setting clear priorities for sustainable location development. Three strategic priorities are intended to ensure quality of life, strengthen the…
The Stadtwerk Winterthur climate fund has awarded CHF 70,000 in funding for regional climate protection, energy efficiency and CO2 reduction projects. This year's beneficiaries are Next Gas GmbH from Kloten…
The Erlenpark project in Näfels is a traffic-free development with 98 flats. It meets modern requirements and focuses on a high quality of life and well thought-out architecture. The project…
Objections and appeals are among the most serious obstacles to residential construction in Switzerland. A new study shows that they not only cause construction delays, but also higher housing prices.…
The Canton of Zurich's Vocational Training Fund has established itself as a mainstay of the dual education system. With over CHF 23 million, it supports training companies, promotes practical innovations…
The canton of Basel-Stadt is currently trialling new furniture for Basel's meeting zones. CO2-neutral and cement-reduced concrete is being tested for the production of benches and plant troughs. The aim…
Sika has expanded one site each in China and Brazil and built a new plant in Morocco. The globally active speciality chemicals company for construction and industry aims to benefit…
HORTUS, a new type of office building that focuses on radical sustainability, from construction to operation, has opened in Allschwil. The project is part of the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel…
Elsigenalpbahnen AG inaugurated its new cabins with an opening ceremony at the weekend. With the inauguration of the Elsigenalp cable car, all mountain railways in Frutigen, Adelboden and Kandersteg have…
Switzerland climbs to first place in the IMD's World Competitiveness Ranking 2025. An impressive signal of stability, efficiency and future viability in an increasingly fragmented global market. While protectionist tendencies…
With the Glarus Süd residential park, a cross-generational, energy self-sufficient neighbourhood with 51 flats is being built on a former industrial site in Linthal. The project combines sustainability, innovation and…
Where industry once characterised the landscape, a vibrant part of the city of tomorrow is being created. The Kartoni neighbourhood combines ecological awareness, social diversity and bold urban development to…